Health & Safety Engineer (Major Underground Infrastructure Project – Toronto, Canada)

Protecnium is an international consulting firm specializing in engineering and technical services (www.protecnium.com/en). We are currently looking for a Health & Safety Engineer to join our team for a major underground infrastructure project in the Toronto and York Region area, Canada (on-site position).

• Project: Underground Transportation Infrastructure Works
• Estimated duration of the position: +24 months
• In general, when the project ends, we try to place the employee in other projects to give him/her continuity.

Summary

We are looking for a proactive, organized, and safety-oriented professional with a strong preventive mindset. The successful candidate will support the implementation and monitoring of health and safety programs on a major underground infrastructure project, ensuring compliance with company policies, project requirements, and applicable legislation.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in the field, interacting with site personnel and supervisors, and taking immediate action when safety risks are identified.

Main Responsibilities

• Monitor daily site activities to ensure compliance with health and safety procedures.
• Conduct field safety inspections to identify hazards, unsafe conditions, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support the implementation of the project Health & Safety Plan.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, client requirements, project standards, and applicable legislation.
• Participate in incident, accident, and near-miss investigations, preparing reports and preventive recommendations.
• Coordinate and deliver toolbox talks, safety briefings, orientations, and training sessions.
• Verify the proper use of personal protective equipment by workers and site personnel.
• Review work permits, risk assessments, safe work procedures, and related documentation.
• Work closely with supervisors, subcontractors, and construction teams to correct safety deviations.
• Maintain updated records of inspections, reports, training sessions, and incidents.
• Promote an active, preventive, and compliance-oriented safety culture on site.
• Working hours: To be confirmed; possible Monday-to-Friday schedule or rotational shifts (7/3 / 7/4) depending on project requirements (12-hour shifts)

Requirements:

Requirements

• Degree or technical background in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Construction, Environmental Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Health & Safety roles.
• Previous experience in heavy construction, infrastructure, tunnelling, subway, civil works, or industrial projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction safety regulations and site safety practices.
• Ability to work in the field and adapt to rotating schedules, including days, nights, weekends, and shift work if required.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with multicultural teams, subcontractors, and field personnel.
• Good level of English to communicate on site and prepare technical reports.
• English level: C1 (Advanced).
• Valid Canadian work permit required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in tunnelling, transit, subway, or underground infrastructure projects.
• Health and Safety certifications.
• Knowledge of HSE management systems.
• Experience working with consortiums, joint ventures, or large international contractors.
• Familiarity with construction environments in Canada.

Benefits

• Working for an international company currently expanding.
• 22 paid vacation days+ 5 working days of sick leave (100% salary).
• Travel: Round-trip flights at the beginning and end of the project.
• Hotel: Two weeks of accommodation upon arrival if necessary.
• Company laptop provided.
• Company phone provided.
• Medical insurance: 100% covered for the employee

The description and conditions indicated here are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by employees but do not constitute a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and general competencies required by the staff. Additionally, they do not establish an employment contract and are subject to modifications as required by the employer.

At Protecnium, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout our recruitment processes. We welcome applications from talented professionals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

To ensure fairness and accessibility, we also provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Candidates requiring support are encouraged to let us know at the earliest opportunity